Getting to Koh Tao
Subject to weather conditions, there are daily express boats
between Thong Sala and Ko Tao, 47 km north, at 2.30 p.m. The
trip takes 2 1/2 hours and costs Baht 150 one way. Rossarin
Tour operates speed boats between Thong Sala and Ka Tao a couple
of times a day for Baht 350 per person; the crossing only takes
about an hour.

● Train/Bus/Boat Combinations
At Bangkok's Hualamphong station you can purchase train tickets
that include a bus from the Surat Thani train station (Phun
Phin) to the Ban Don pier and then a ferry to ko Pha-Ngan. These
generally cost around 30 to 50 Baht more than baying each ticket
separately yourself.

● By PlaneFrom Suratthani :
Thai Airways International, Air Asia and Nok Air has daily direct flights from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) to Surat Thani.
The flight time is approximately 70 minutes.

From Koh Samui :
Fare is the most expensive but obviously the fastest, ideal for the persons who have only a little time.
The direct flights from Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi Airport) to Samui are by Bangkok Airways.

Note: all information is subject to change
due to weather conditions or other circumstances without prior
notice, please confirm all details carefully with the booking
office

Getting Around
Koh Tao has one major concrete road which connects the north
end of Sairee with Chalok Baan Kao in the south, while passing
the main village Mae Haad in the middle. There is an increasing
amount of small concrete roads leading to the other beaches
and bays. Everywhere else you will find more or less accessible
dirt tracks, most of which will challenge even a skilled driver.
Steep trails, sharp curves, sand and grit, potholes, washed
out tracks and the occasional dropping coconut demand mindful
driving and fast reactions.

Vehicles in Thailand drive
usually on the left, but traffic rules are often freely interpreted,
speed limits are not observed and suicidal dogs prefer sleeping
on the roads, which are often narrow. You must always be prepared
to make room for the occasional moving or still obstacle. Yet,
it is not as bad as it seems, as long as you drive carefully
and remember that an accident will hurt body and budget as well.
Motorcycles can be rented from 150 Baht, Jeeps from 1000 Baht,
the deposit of a passport is required. However there are
many other options of getting around:

● Pick-up and Motorbike
Taxis These can be found parked in busy
areas, or can be stopped at the roadside. They run from early
morning until 11 p.m. Please be aware that taxi prices are not
fixed and fares tend to double after darkness. To avoid mis-understandings
always discuss the cost before the ride.

● Boat Taxis
The colourful, traditional Long Tail Boats
take you conveniently and quickly to stunning remote beaches
and secluded bays. You can find them at all the main beaches,
they can be chartered for a short trip or a day tour. Prices
are quite consistent and reasonable:

Some advice that matters
not only in Koh Tao:Please keep in mind that you
are a visitor and treat the locals and the environment with
the necessary respect. Try to blend in rather than to stick
out, your customs are not the standards here. For example: Thais
are offended by nudity; decent clothing in religious sites is
required; losing your temper means losing your face and gets
you nowhere.

Imagine how many visitors have been here
already and how many of them might have misbehaved, naturally
this reflects on the future ones. So always being friendly,
polite and calm, keep smiling even when it seems difficult,
will help a lot and open many doors. If you have a complaint
rather try to explain than to demand, your needs are not necessarily
understood. When you feel wronged or cheated, consider if the
cause is worth the hassle and maybe just follow the true Thai
tradition of "Mai Pen Rai" meaning "Never mind" ...and always
keep smiling.